Forest Park Elementary School vs Salem Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 752 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forest Park Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
375 students
Salem Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
342 students
| Measure | Forest Park Elementary School Columbus, Ohio | Salem Elementary School Columbus, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1456 of 1,713 | #1494 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #38073 of 50,301 | #40411 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 375 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 375 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forest Park Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.7 vs 27.0).
- •Forest Park Elementary School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Forest Park Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Forest Park Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 20.1).
- •Forest Park Elementary School is the larger school with 375 students compared with 342.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Forest Park Elementary School better than Salem Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Forest Park Elementary School ranks higher (30.7 vs 27.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Forest Park Elementary School and Salem Elementary School?
About 752 m in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forest Park Elementary School: 375. Salem Elementary School: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forest Park Elementary School and Salem Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Forest Park Elementary School is 1456th of 1,713 and Salem Elementary School is 1494th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).